The Principle Behind Salt or Sugar Preservation Is to

question 61

Multiple Choice

The principle behind salt or sugar preservation is to

• A) introduce a mechanical barrier to microbial invasion.
• B) introduce a microbicide in anticipation of contaminating bacteria or fungi.
• C) reduce water availability (aw).
• D) accomplish all of the above, depending on the food being preserved.

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Definitions:

Organic Reaction

A chemical reaction involving organic compounds, where covalent bonds between carbon atoms are made or broken in the presence of other atoms.

Organic Reaction

A chemical reaction involving organic compounds, where these compounds are typically based on carbon.

Diels-Alder Reactions

A chemical reaction between a conjugated diene and a dienophile to form a cyclohexene derivative.

Cyclopentadiene

A cyclical diolefin molecule known for its unique reactivity, utilized in Diels-Alder reactions, and producing polymers and resins.